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Sea Kayak Alaska & Outdoor Adventure Trips & Tours

Where does your dream trip start?

It is our goal, honor, and ultimate pleasure to provide all our employees and guests with a truly intimate and unmatched experience in the Alaskan wild. Lucky us, we get to live, work, and play in one of the most rugged, remote, dynamic, untrammeled and scenic areas on earth. The vibrant, pristine, tourmaline waters of Prince William Sound surrounding Valdez are relatively protected and calm, when compared to the other Alaskan coastal towns exposed to the wide open ocean. Plus, we get to witness the mighty Columbia Glacier continue its catastrophic retreat almost every day of the summer. The pure remoteness, dramatic relief, spectacular wildlife, massive glaciers, and vast expanse of Prince William Sound and the Chugach Mountains will undoubtedly make our area the highlight of your vacation.

Join our fun, friendly, informative, and safety-conscious team for a truly unforgettable experience, in one of the finest natural settings on earth.

Come see for yourself what the Pangaea buzz is all about, be it for a paddling day tour, sea kayak camping, lodge-based, or mothership trip, or fuse all of our trips together into one week-long mind-blowing multi-sport sampler. We look forward to taking you out and showing you the goods!

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Columbia Glacier Sea Kayak Tour

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TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice 2021
  • 5 star ratingA great day to Shoup Glacier This is a not to be missed adventure while visiting Valdez. Our guides Alex and Meridith were very knowledgeable about the area. Most of our... read moreThis is a not to be missed adventure while visiting Valdez. Our guides Alex and Meridith were very knowledgeable about the area. Most of our group never kayaked before. We started by getting fitted with gear and then boarded a boat with our kayaks attached to the top. Along the way we saw otters and seals. We landed at a small beach and started our paddle. We learned about the glacier and how to paddle. The water was calm, so it was not difficult. We had lunch right by th glacier. Hot chocolate, tea and snacks were provided. After the tide started coming in quick Meridith rescued a wayward kayak and we all got back into make the trip back. We went through one section, where the current was faster and it was fun. Highly recommend this trip. read less

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    Cynthia F
    9/09/2019

    5 star ratingunforgettable experience Everything was very well and professionally organized with a very friendly atmosphere. Our guide Trevor was very patient with our two girls and took the... read moreEverything was very well and professionally organized with a very friendly atmosphere. Our guide Trevor was very patient with our two girls and took the time to answer all of their questions ! Thanks again for a great moment ! read less

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    Ionat49
    8/11/2020

    5 star ratingLabor Day Kayak Trip We made a last minute reservation on Labor Day weekend. It was a great experience and a lot of fun! We were going to do... read moreWe made a last minute reservation on Labor Day weekend. It was a great experience and a lot of fun! We were going to do a guided trip but on Friday night while we were out at dinner, we got a call to let us know our guide had been injured. We wanted to make sure he/she was okay, but were fine doing a self guided trip on our own. We had a great experience in the morning getting everything set up, and then we were off on our own to explore the harbor and duck flats area! We met a family of sea lions sun bathing on a rock who proceeded to follow us around for a half hour with their heads constantly popping up checking what we were doing. We are planning to do a significantly longer trip next spring! read less

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    Safari28940418785
    9/14/2020
  • 5 star ratingAmazing Experience in every which way What an amazing experience Pangaea gave to me and my family. We booked a 6 person trip out to the Columbia glacier with Captain Tim... read moreWhat an amazing experience Pangaea gave to me and my family. We booked a 6 person trip out to the Columbia glacier with Captain Tim and guides Seth and Dan. Everyone involved was obviously very experienced and passionate about Alaska wildlife, the environment, and giving us a great time. They went above and beyond with friendliness and interesting factoids about Alaska all day long. The boat ride was beautiful, and experiencing kayaking out among icebergs and in full audience to the vast Columbia glacier was I describable; totally surreal. I loved that this was a small company, you could totally see how much they cared. We were blessed to have amazing weather and made it all the way to the glacier but even if the elements had not allowed I know the crew still would have made it a special and surreal experience. I will never look elsewhere for a sea kayak guiding company. I am so glad I chose Pangaea. Book a tour with them a you will not regret it. read less

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    lindsaysuewho
    6/23/2020

    5 star ratingKayaking in and around Columbia Bay We did an independent kayak trip in and around Columbia Bay and Glacier Island. Pangaea was great at answering our pre-trip questions, dropping us... read moreWe did an independent kayak trip in and around Columbia Bay and Glacier Island. Pangaea was great at answering our pre-trip questions, dropping us off in Heather Bay, and picking us up eight days later on Glacier Island. They even accommodated our change in pickup time and date conveyed the prior evening through our Garmin Inreach. Great service and friendly folks! read less

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    Northwalker
    7/05/2020

    5 star ratingA Remarkable Experience This adventure was even better than expected — the team brought you in, set you up, prepared you for a great trip and delivered. ... read moreThis adventure was even better than expected — the team brought you in, set you up, prepared you for a great trip and delivered. I could tell you about the whales, the sea otter, the sea lions, the seals, the glacier ice, the waterfalls and the Columbia Glacier. I could but you need to experience yourself. Make it happen and you will not regret it. read less

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    wsultemeier
    8/09/2020
  • 5 star ratingBeautiful day on amazing adventure. We went on the Columbia Glacier day kayak tour. Amazing! Beautiful! Once in a lifetime experience. Our guide Chris was amazing. The... read moreWe went on the Columbia Glacier day kayak tour. Amazing! Beautiful! Once in a lifetime experience. Our guide Chris was amazing. The boat captain had great information on the area and made sure we stopped for all the wildlife otters, seals etc. We had a 2 person for my husband and I. read less

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    Tracy M
    10/19/2019

    5 star ratingWonderful experience! The guides were hard working, funny and informative. They took care of everyone and did their best to keep us all comfortable on... read moreWonderful experience! The guides were hard working, funny and informative. They took care of everyone and did their best to keep us all comfortable on a cold, rainy day. I'm so happy this was the location and the company we kayaked with. I'd highly recommend them to any of my friends visiting the area. The only negative I can think of was the slow pace at times which was frustrating when you want to keep moving to stay warm... paddle four strokes, wait, paddle a couple more, wait... but that's more of a reflection of the other guest's abilities than anything negative on the guides themselves. I've never group kayaked before, so I didn't see that part coming.
    Thank you Nelson, Ben and Emily! You are an asset to Pangaea and so far, our time with you has been the best part of our trip.
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    L S.
    7/09/2017

    5 star ratingOur family went glacier hiking our guide Meredith was amazing we had a great time would recommend it to anyone

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    Steve D.
    9/06/2016
  • 5 star ratingThis review is for a Custom 8 Day Alaskan Sampler Multi-Sport Trip, August 2015.

    From the beginning to booking this trip, Kristina was extremely kind and...
    read moreThis review is for a Custom 8 Day Alaskan Sampler Multi-Sport Trip, August 2015.

    From the beginning to booking this trip, Kristina was extremely kind and helpful in making the trip exactly what I wanted and working around my schedule. She was great and punctual at communicating, providing detailed answers, itineraries, and breakdowns for me. I traveled alone so she helped find another person to join on the trip as there is a 2 person minimum. She helped incorporate every activity that I wanted and even managed to lower the price by doing so.

    Overview: Kayaking and camping through the Columbia Sound (3 days), returned to to Valdez and stopped for rafting with the day group on the way to our flight-see to Kennicott followed by a hike to camp (day 4), Ice Climbing on the Root Glacier, then backpacking across it to camp at Donoho (day 5). Backpacked through Donoho to the Kennicott Glacier then hiked back to the root glacier to camp at our original location (day 6-7), Kennicott tour then returned to Valdez (day 8).

    I was able to experience so much in such a short amount of time. Our guide Stan was nice, patient, knowledgeable, and helpful, especially since I've never done anything like this before. He always made us feel safe and was always prepared. He prepared all of our meals and was really good at it! He's funny and was also great at motivating us and keeping us in good spirits when we were tired.

    I did extensive research before the trip making sure that I picked the right company and trip. I compared pricing and packages with other companies and Pangaea Adventures was by far the most accommodating, and had the most affordable trips for the activities they offered. They also provide you with any equipment you don't have and it's all clean and in good shape. All of the staff we ran into was friendly and love what they do.

    Warning: This isn't your typical "vacation". Sometimes it was physically exhausting, but the incredible sights that could only be seen by this kind of activity was worth every single sore muscle and bruise. I came out of this trip feeling enlightened, stronger physically and mentally, and full of incredible memories! It was more than I could have every imagined. Thank you Pangaea for an experience of a lifetime!
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    May A.
    10/07/2015

    5 star ratingSo Incredible! Going kayaking to Columbia Glacier with Pangaea was the highlight of my trip! Loved getting to paddle in the icebergs and get close enough to... read moreGoing kayaking to Columbia Glacier with Pangaea was the highlight of my trip! Loved getting to paddle in the icebergs and get close enough to see the Glacier! read less

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    michaelamabbitt
    8/08/2020

    5 star ratingA unique lifetime adventure One of the best kayak trips we took. The owner Tim was also the captain of the boat and was knowledgeable and professional. The team... read moreOne of the best kayak trips we took. The owner Tim was also the captain of the boat and was knowledgeable and professional. The team was responsible and caring . Good equipment and most importantly stunning location - the Columbia glacier! read less

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    Coastal511831
    8/22/2020
  • 5 star ratingAmazing Raft Ride Pangaea Adventures went out of their way to ensure that we had a great ride. There was 5 of us ranging in age... read morePangaea Adventures went out of their way to ensure that we had a great ride. There was 5 of us ranging in age from 14 to 69. A couple of us was anxious about the ride, but Chris made sure that we were at ease and comfortable and ensured us of our safety. I highly recommend Pangaea for your next raft adventure. read less

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    sandrademarco
    7/06/2020

    5 star ratingExcellent experience We really enjoyed the kayaking experience. It is a slow season so not so many people out there. The guide did a good job explaining... read moreWe really enjoyed the kayaking experience. It is a slow season so not so many people out there. The guide did a good job explaining everything. It would even be better if lunch could be provided even with a bit extra cost. The afternoon trip can be extended a bit as well, 40 min kayaking after lunch is a bit less. read less

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    Jingru L
    7/24/2020

    5 star ratingPangaea's laid back store-front and shop keepers on N. Harbor Dr. is a wonderful starting point for this great adventure. Sam (guide) took a... read morePangaea's laid back store-front and shop keepers on N. Harbor Dr. is a wonderful starting point for this great adventure. Sam (guide) took a self-deprecating comical approach to teaching us about safety and what we should expect on our journey. Along the way on our ride out he and Tim (captain and owner) shared facts about Valdez and the Columbia glacier. We arrived and hopped in our boats and paddled around to get our sea legs. Sam then led us through a couple of spots on our way to lunch. Post-lunch we continued our journey into the ice field. Sam's caring demeanor and extensive outdoor experience (NOLS graduate) ensured that our family had a great time. We could have spent a bit more time in the large ice field, but afterwards we all realized how unsafe that zone is. We would definitely return for another tour! read less

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    Dave K.
    8/28/2010
  • 5 star ratingWe had a blast; the weather was perfect, the guide, Sammie, was excellent, and the glaciers/icebergs were active that day! We took the 10 hr... read moreWe had a blast; the weather was perfect, the guide, Sammie, was excellent, and the glaciers/icebergs were active that day! We took the 10 hr Columbia Glacier Kayak Tour. I thought 10hrs was long, but it went by pretty fast. We saw icebergs crumble before our eyes without warning, so don't get too close to them! Sammie brought some pretzels and trailmix, and made hot chocolate for us when we docked on the other island for lunch. Yes--you should bring your own lunch. The pacing of the trip was very leisurely and we didn't feel rushed at all. Sammie was a geology major and knew a lot about glaciers. She also was very helpful to take photos for us against the largest icebergs.

    WARNING: there are NO bathrooms once you get on the boat. They will tell you that you'll be taken to "the most pristine bathrooms on the planet", and guess what that means. I ended up peeing in a bush 2 times. I guess it's part of the experience...and everyone else had to do it! There was a sighting of the Northwestern, which is the boat featured in The Deadliest Catch tv show. The crew waved to us.
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    Jill W.
    7/18/2016

    5 star ratingmorning kayak trip My wife, brother, and I did a short kayak trip in the Port of Valdez. We saw seals, and many types of sea birds. The... read moreMy wife, brother, and I did a short kayak trip in the Port of Valdez. We saw seals, and many types of sea birds. The guide helped us feel safe and was knowledgeable about the area. It was a great experience. read less

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    8/31/2020

    5 star ratingA wonderful day Kayaking in front of glacier We took a whole day kayaking in front of the Columbia glacier in early August. It was our first time doing Kayaking, and 6 of... read moreWe took a whole day kayaking in front of the Columbia glacier in early August. It was our first time doing Kayaking, and 6 of us were all rookies. Before we booked the tour, we had a lot of concerns. The tour went very well it was well organized. Our guide Ben was from Minnesota, who went to Alaska in early May to get some company training. He was in charge of 8 people on 4 kayaks. Ben was very knowledgeable. We liked him very much. We had a memorable experience especially for our kids. read less

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    9/03/2019

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Beautiful day on amazing adventure. We went on the Columbia Glacier day kayak tour. Amazing! Beautiful! Once in a lifetime experience. Our guide Chris was amazing. The... read moreWe went on the Columbia Glacier day kayak tour. Amazing! Beautiful! Once in a lifetime experience. Our guide Chris was amazing. The boat captain had great information on the area and made sure we stopped for all the wildlife otters, seals etc. We had a 2 person for my husband and I. read less

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